Philosophy Quote by William James
““Wisdom is seeing something in a non-habitual manner.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Principles of Psychology, 1890
Seeing things from an unconventional angle reveals deeper insight and creativity.
In simple terms: Look at things differently.
Embrace new perspectives.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- problem solving
- artistic creation
- scientific research
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits limit your perception?
- How can you break them?
May overlook practical constraints of non‑habitual views.